Poland U-21 vs Georgia U-21 prediction, H2H and probable line-ups – June 11, 2025
Poland U21
Georgia U21
One of the opening matches of the UEFA European Under-21 Championship will take place on Wednesday at the Žilina Arena, where Poland will face Georgia. Here’s my pick for the match:
Match preview
The Poland U-21 squad enters the group stage with ambition but also the weight of past disappointments. The team has participated in the finals twice in recent years (2017 and 2019), but failed to progress beyond the group stage on both occasions. However, in 2019, Poland started strong—defeating Belgium and Italy before suffering a heavy loss to Spain (0-5), a testament to their high potential when fully focused.
The team comes into this tournament following high-scoring friendlies—a 3-3 draw with Denmark and a 3-2 win over Ukraine—demonstrating attacking prowess but also defensive vulnerabilities. In their last four head-to-head qualification meetings, Poland confidently defeated Georgia, including two 3-0 wins, which boosts their confidence ahead of the opener.
Georgia U-21 made a huge breakthrough in 2023, reaching the quarterfinals of their first ever finals as hosts. The team went unbeaten in the group, defeating Portugal and drawing with Belgium and the Netherlands, only exiting after a penalty shootout against Israel. That experience was a turning point, and now Georgia has qualified for the Euros for the first time via the playoffs, beating Croatia.
Georgia’s last four matches have been goal-fests, with a total of 16 goals scored, highlighting their attacking intent. However, their defensive organization still leaves much to be desired, which could be a crucial factor against an aggressive side like Poland. Nevertheless, Georgia boasts some dazzling talents and has already proven they can challenge even the favorites.
Probable line-ups
- Poland U-21: K. Trelowski, J. Kaluzinski, F. Luberecki, P. Peda, T. Penko, M. Rakoczy, K. Schmyt, L. Bejger, S. Wlodarczyk, A. Kosubal, A. Mosor.
- Georgia U-21: L. Kharatishvili, G. Maisuradze, S. Sazonov, S. Khvadagiani, I. Azarov, O. Mamageishvili, L. Gagnidze, I. Egoyan, V. Bedoshvili, V. Gordeziani, G. Kvernadze.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Poland have won all four of their last meetings against Georgia in qualification, including two 3-0 victories in 2019
- Georgia went unbeaten in the group stage at Euro 2023 and were eliminated only after a penalty shootout
- Poland have scored at least twice in each of their last two matches—against Ukraine (3-2) and Denmark (3-3)
Prediction
This promises to be a thrilling and tense encounter, especially given the strength of a group that also features France and Portugal—points here are absolutely vital. Both teams are capable in attack but prone to defensive errors, setting the stage for a high-scoring clash. Poland holds the edge in experience and head-to-head record, but Georgia have already proven they can spring a surprise. Our pick for the match: “Both teams to score” at odds of 1.89
